General Atomics Aeronautical Systems ยท 1 day ago
Buyer I
Poway California
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$52K/yr - $87K/yr
0+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Buyer I position is responsible for purchasing parts and services, conducting procurement negotiations, and maintaining supplier relationships to support contracts and internal organizations.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
Responsibilities
Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable government regulations
Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives
Identifies, develops and selects qualified suppliers
Evaluates supplier reliability and performance
Coordinates competitive and sole source procurements to meet required purchase dates and prepares required support documentation
May participate as a team member on intermediate procurement negotiations involving agreements on terms and conditions as well as prices and schedules
May participate in cost and pricing reviews with program management
Follows up, expedites, and negotiates changes relative to delivery and supplier performance
Maintains professional relationship with internal and external customers and suppliers
May represent the organization as the primary purchasing contact on small contracts/subcontracts
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires an associate's degree in business administration or related discipline. Equivalent professional purchasing experience may be substituted in lieu of education
Must have an understanding of purchasing concepts and principles, FAR and related governmental rules and regulations; and experience demonstrating the application of those principles, concepts, and practices
Must be customer focused and possess the ability to provide solutions to a range of purchasing problems
Strong communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, and customers
The ability to organize, schedule and coordinate multiple work phases
Strong computer skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required
Preferred
SAP experience is desirable
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2023 (2)
2022 (2)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
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